focal points

Definition of focal pointsnext
plural of focal point

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Noun
  • This summer, the mayor says recreational centers will begin hosting midnight basketball.
    Terell Bailey, CBS News, 11 Apr. 2026
  • The free, one-day event centers on independent comic creators, cosplay, and beginner-friendly Dungeons and Dragons, offering a smaller, more focused alternative to traditional conventions.
    Kansas City Star, Kansas City Star, 11 Apr. 2026
Noun
  • New studies by two major La Jolla medical research institutions explore aging and its effects on the brain, albeit with different focuses.
    Noah Lyons, San Diego Union-Tribune, 6 Apr. 2026
  • Despite Texas not satisfying their trio of focuses, a trio of sophomores stepped up to help carry the Longhorns to the Elite Eight.
    Zoe Collins Rath, Austin American Statesman, 29 Mar. 2026
Noun
  • The young girl was found wearing a pink coat, a pink sweater with hearts, pink Minnie Mouse pants, and Hello Kitty shoes.
    Darius Johnson, CBS News, 14 Apr. 2026
  • Her extraordinary musical journey, spanning decades, enriched our cultural heritage and touched countless hearts across the world.
    Naman Ramachandran, Variety, 12 Apr. 2026
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“Focal points.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/focal%20points. Accessed 17 Apr. 2026.

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